Seabird Collection (page 9)

Snares crested penguin (Eudyptes robustus) colony standing on rocky shoreline behind band of washed up kelp, with a New Zealand fur seal (Arctocephalus forsteri) resting on rock beside them

Eastern rockhopper penguin (Eudyptes chrysocome filholi) mid-fall after jumping off rocky ledge to get to sea, surrounded by Bull kelp (Durvillaea antarctica), Auckland Island, Auckland Island

Light-mantled sooty albatross (Phoebetria palpebrata) in flight at sunset, Southern Ocean between Invercargill and Campbell Island, New Zealand, December

White-vented storm petrel (Oceanites gracilis) feeding at sea surface, in flight. Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Waved albatross (Phoebastria irrorata) chick, aged two weeks, begging next to parent on nest. Punta Suarez, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Pair of Waved albatrosses (Phoebastria irrorata) billing as greeting. Punta Suarez, Espanola Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Pair of Swallow-tailed gulls (Creagrus furcatus) at nest, one incubating. Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Red-footed booby (Sula sula) perched on Palo santo tree (Bursera graveolens), with flowering Yellow cordia (Cordia lutea) in background. Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

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Northern gannets (Morus bassanus) breeding colony nesting on sea cliffs, Hermaness, Shetland, Scotland, UK. July

Adult Common tern (Sterna hirundo) brooding two chicks. Long Island, New York, USA. June

Two Common terns (Sterna hirundo) in middle of aggressive encounter as one lands near nest with chick in it. Long Island, New York, USA. June

Heermann's gull (Larus heermanni) breeding colony in flight and restless due to presence of pair of Peregrine falcon (Falco peregrinus)

Heermann's gulls (Larus heermanni) choosing and protecting nesting site. Rasa Island Special Biosphere Reserve, Sea of Cortez, Mexico. April

Yellow-footed gull (Larus livens) perched on Mexican giant cardon cactus (Pachycereus pringlei). El Pardito Island, Islands of Gulf of California Protected Area, Sea of Cortez, Mexico. May

Magnificent frigatebirds (Fregata magnificens) pair in courtship display, male with gular sac inflated, North Seymour Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands

Two Waved / Galapagos albatrosses (Phoebastria irrorata) preening, Espanola Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands. Critically endangered

Swallow-tailed gull (Creagrus furcatus) eye detail, San Cristobal Island, Galapagos National Park, Galapagos Islands

RF - Puffin (Fratercula arctica) standing on rock, yawning, Runde, Norway. June. (This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) head profile, Iceland, June

Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) portrait, Machias Seal Island, Maine, USA. July

Atlantic puffin (Fratercula arctica) standing on rock with fish in beak, with wings spread, Machias Seal Island, Maine, USA. July

Three King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) resting in snowy conditions, South Georgia

Common murre / guillemot (Uria aalge) and Fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis) eggs foraged from Skoruvikurbjarg cliffs, Langanes Peninsula, Iceland. May 2018

Black guillemot (Cepphus grylle) holding fish in beak, flying back to nest, Portpatrick, Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland. June

Two Gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) chicks sleeping huddled together, Port Lockroy, Goudier Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Megallenic penguins (Spheniscus magellanicus), at sunrise Falkland Islands

King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) walk back to their breeding colony. Right Whale Bay, South Georgia Island

Atlantic Puffins on Machias Seal island, Maine, USA Date: 24-06-2021

Wandering albatross (Diomedea exulans) male, standing with wings spread in courtship display, Prion Island, South Georgia

Adelie penguins (Pygoscelis adeliae) on large iceberg with towers and pinnacles in background, Weddell Sea, Antarctica

Adelie penguin (Pygoscelis adeliae) leaping out of ocean as it approaches land, Devil Island, Antarctica, Southern Ocean

King penguin (Aptenodytes patagonicus) colony at dawn, Salisbury Plain, South Georgia

Two Gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) chicks sleeping huddled together, Port Lockroy, Goudier Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Female Gentoo penguin (Pygoscelis papua) with chick on the nest, Port Lockroy, Goudier Island, Antarctic Peninsula, Antarctica

Pair of Lava gulls (Leucophaeus fuliginosus) during courtship, Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Three Brown noddies / Common noddies (Anous stolidus) trying to steal a fish from a Brown pelican (Pelecanus occidentalis), Santiago Island, Galapagos Islands, Pacific Ocean

Three King penguins (Aptenodytes patagonicus) reflections in water, Salisbury Plain, South Georgia, Southern Ocean

Common tern (Sterna hirundo) adult in breeding plumage flying, carrying fish for young, Long Island, New York, USA, June

Red-footed booby (Sula sula) chick and parent perched on branch near nest, Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Red-footed booby (Sula sula) perched on branch, Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Great frigatebird (Fregata minor) attempting to steal food from Nazca booby (Sula granti) feeding its chick, Genovesa Island, Galapagos Islands, Ecuador

Scissor-Bills in pursuit of Prey; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. Creator: Thomas Mayne Reid
Scissor-Bills in pursuit of Prey; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

Amelia Island, Florida; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. Creator: Thomas Mayne Reid
Amelia Island, Florida; A Flying Visit to Florida, 1875. From, Illustrated Travels by H.W. Bates. [Cassell, Petter, and Galpin, c1880, London] Belle Sauvage Works.London E.C

Puffin (Fratercula arctica) standing in grass, portrait, Shetland Islands, Scotland, UK. June

Northern fulmar (Fulmarus glacialis) floating on surface of open ocean, Falmouth, English Channel, Cornwall, UK. September

Least Tern flying, South Padre Island, Texas

Horned puffin, Bird Island, Lake Clark National Park and Preserve, Alaska

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"Captivating Seabirds: A Glimpse into Their Enchanting World" In the depths of night, two little blue penguins stand proudly on rugged rocks, their silhouettes beautifully framed by the dazzling lights of Melbourne city. This mesmerizing image captured during December 2016 in St Kilda breakwater, Victoria, Australia, was a joint winner in the COP26 Countdown Photo Competition 2021. Moving to South coast's Santa Cruz Island, we witness a captivating courtship dance between a pair of blue-footed boobies. With their vibrant azure feet and intricate movements, these seabirds showcase their love amidst nature's splendor. Venturing north to Shetland, Scotland, we are greeted by the awe-inspiring sight of northern gannets diving fearlessly into the depths for fish. The split-level shot captures both above and below water perspectives—a testament to these birds' remarkable hunting skills. On Machias Seal Island lies an enchanting scene as an Atlantic puffin gracefully lands with its wings outstretched. Its arrival signifies new beginnings and reminds us of nature's resilience even in remote locations like this island off Canada's coast. Skomer Island in Wales offers another delightful encounter as two Atlantic puffins engage in bill rubbing—an affectionate gesture that strengthens bonds within their community, and is a heartwarming display of camaraderie among these charismatic seabirds. Journeying to Heligoland in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany brings us face-to-beak with two Northern gannets touching beaks—a warm greeting shared between lifelong companions or newfound friends. Such interactions highlight the social nature and strong connections forged within seabird colonies. Returning once more to Shetland's shores during July reveals yet another breathtaking spectacle—the fearless dives of Northern gannets plunging into waters teeming with fish. These majestic birds demonstrate unparalleled agility as they secure sustenance for themselves and their young.